USMNT Roster, Takeaways: USA Soccer's Mauricio Pochettino Explains Why Chelsea Didn't Sign Tyler Adams
Pochettino on Adams: 'He's a great player, but he's not the right fit for Chelsea right now.'
USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino has explained why Chelsea didn't sign Tyler Adams this summer.
Adams was heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge, but the move never materialized.
Pochettino said that Adams is a "great player", but he's not the right fit for Chelsea right now.
Pochettino's comments come as a surprise to many, as Adams is one of the most highly-rated young midfielders in the world.
The 23-year-old has been a key player for RB Leipzig in recent seasons, and he helped the German club win the DFB-Pokal last season.
Adams is also a regular for the USMNT, and he was part of the squad that won the CONCACAF Gold Cup in 2021.
Despite his impressive credentials, Pochettino said that Adams is not the right fit for Chelsea right now.
The Argentine coach said that Adams is a "very good player", but he needs to improve his defensive game.
Pochettino also said that Adams is not the right fit for Chelsea's current style of play.
Pochettino's comments will come as a disappointment to Adams, who was reportedly keen on a move to Chelsea.
However, the midfielder will now have to look for other options, with Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur both reportedly interested in signing him.
Here are some of the key takeaways from Pochettino's comments:
- Adams is a "great player", but he's not the right fit for Chelsea right now.
- Adams needs to improve his defensive game.
- Adams is not the right fit for Chelsea's current style of play.
- Adams will now have to look for other options.
Conclusion
Pochettino's comments on Adams are a reminder that not all transfer rumors come to fruition.
Adams is a talented player, but he's not the right fit for Chelsea right now.
The midfielder will now have to look for other options, and he will be hoping to find a club where he can play regularly and continue to develop his game.
